René González, a former Cuban spy, recently voiced his opinion that the United States is experiencing a "terrible crisis," expressing his concerns about potential changes in American leadership.
"The American society is undergoing a severe crisis. While they are busy trying to turn Cuba into a failed state, they should consider if they aren't on the path to becoming one themselves," González stated on Monday during the government-backed program Mesa Redonda.
His comments come at a time when Cuba itself is facing a significant crisis, yet González appears more focused on the situation elsewhere.
"I hope they (the U.S.) find a different way to resolve their issues, but for now, it's a society that worries me," González emphasized during his television appearance.
Regarded by the Cuban regime as one of the "Five Heroes," the former agent claimed there are factions in the U.S. that might attempt to replace President Donald Trump with Secretary of State Marco Rubio, a scenario he finds troubling.
"There's a segment of the U.S. society that may very well try to swap a Trump for a Marco Rubio, and that would be a terrible thing. We cannot be complacent in this regard," he commented.
González did not provide specifics on which groups he referenced or elaborate on the reasons for his concerns about such a possibility.
His statements align with the typical rhetoric of the Cuban government, which blames Washington for the tensions in Cuba, associating them with the political and economic pressures exerted by the U.S. on Havana.
The remarks come amidst heightened U.S. pressure on the Cuban regime and an oil blockade that has plunged Cuba into a severe fuel crisis, affecting all aspects of Cuban life.
René González served time in the United States after being arrested in 1998 with other Cuban intelligence agents. Since his release and return to the island, he has remained a frequent voice in official channels, defending the government's stance against Washington.
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What crisis does René González claim the U.S. is facing?
René González claims that the United States is facing a "terrible crisis," although he did not specify the exact nature of the crisis in his remarks.
Why is René González concerned about a potential leadership change in the U.S.?
González expressed concern about a potential leadership change, suggesting that certain factions might replace President Donald Trump with Secretary of State Marco Rubio, a scenario he finds troubling.
How does the Cuban government typically interpret tensions with the U.S.?
The Cuban government often attributes tensions with the U.S. to political and economic pressures from Washington, framing it as a deliberate attempt to destabilize Cuba.